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I Googled My Childhood Home

December 19, 2012

This time of year always causes me to feel nostalgia, especially for my childhood in California.  I lived in the …

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I’m Allergic to Babies: The Search for a Family Pet

July 16, 2012

Some of you may remember me mentioning that my daughter wanted a hamster.  She has been saving her money and …

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The Berenstain Bears and I Have Too Much Stuff: Five Suggestions for Organizing

May 31, 2012

I made an effort to pick up my house today.  I do regular cleaning projects, like mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and …

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Red, Black, and White Book Centerpieces

May 4, 2012

I recently had the opportunity to decorate a table at a church/neighborhood dinner.  I am not necessarily the master decorator, …

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Decorating with Books, Part Two

March 29, 2012

Again, I am not a professional when it comes to photography or decorating, but I thought it would be fun …

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Decorating with Books

March 27, 2012

I’m not an interior designer or a photographer, but here are some photos of how I decorate with books at …

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